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Using case studies that often go untouched in news media, we examine how global trends are impacting real lives and international politics.
Global Inquirer is a production of the International Relations Organization at the University of Virginia. We are also affiliated with TEEJ.fm, the podcast network of the University of Virginia and Charlottesville.
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Nagorno-Karabakh: Historical Erasure, Modern Exodus
In this episode, we discuss the history and impact of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Placed under Azerbaijani authority since the dissolution of the USSR, the Nagorno-Karabakh region and its historically Armenian-majority population have long been in limbo. In September 2023, the vast majority of these ethnic Armenians were forced out of the region. How did this happen? Was this a sudden ethnic conflict or a longstanding nation-building effort? Join the Global Inquirer in looking through the lens of student research, the Armenian diaspora, and a scholar of Soviet history to uncover this often-overlooked tragedy.
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researchers: Danial Butt, Raffi Kanayan, Cristina Racanelli
Consulted Experts: Armik Mirzayan (UVA Anthropology); Jeffrey Rossman (UVA History)
Executive Producer: Reece Kaplan -
International Cybercrime
In this episode, we provide an introduction into the world of international cybercrime. Discover how it works, who's involved, and why it matters.
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researchers: Jack Cooper, Barbara Uzun
Executive Producer: Reece Kaplan -
Ranked Choice Voting: Imagining a Different Election System
In this episode, we provide an overview of what ranked choice voting is and why it is being advocated for in American politics. Who does this system stand to benefit? Will it be implemented further? Find out in our Season 12 opener!
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researchers: Andrew Chand, Reece Kaplan, Leslie Lan
Consulted Experts: J. Miles Coleman, Nick Co -
The Filibuster: Setback or Savior?
In this episode, we discuss the arguments for and against one of the most intriguing rules in American government: the filibuster. Does it protect minority opinion, or does it result in the rule of the minority? Is the filibuster going anywhere? Find out in this episode, our season finale!
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researcher: Andrew Chand
Consulted Expert: Craig Volden -
Ukraine War Review Part 2: Going Forward
In this episode, we pick up our discussion on the War in Ukraine. We focus on the impact of Finland's ascension to NATO along with the importance--and possible future impacts--of the war.
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researcher: Reece Kaplan
Consulted Expert: Kyrill Kunakhovich (UVA history professor) -
Ukraine War Review Part 1: Perspective, History, Territory
In this episode, we look more closely at the War in Ukraine, focusing on the Russian public's perspective, historical factors driving the war, and the role of territory.
Host: AJ Laurienti
Researcher: Reece Kaplan
Consulted Expert: Kyrill Kunakhovich (UVA history professor)
Customer Reviews
new season sounds so good!
wow this is really refreshing i really like the change of style! it keeps me paying attention
Nico
Great stuff. Very insightful!
Well produced, fantastic content
I come away from each podcast with detailed knowledge of a global issue I had never considered in depth, but clearly has significant impact for a population. Can’t wait for more episodes.